Anu Prabhakar, who recently celebrated her 25-year milestone as an actress, shared her reflections on reaching this significant point in her career. She recalled a moment with colleagues where the realization of her 25-year journey since her debut film "Hrudaya Hrudaya" on September 16 finally sank in. Overwhelmed by memories resurfacing that night, she found it difficult to sleep. Taking a trip down memory lane, Anu discussed her early days on set, emphasizing how the experience solidified her desire to pursue acting permanently. She recounted being cast in "Hrudaya Hrudaya" during her college summer break and how the series of subsequent hit films propelled her career forward. Despite working in various film industries, Anu remains touched by the enduring love and support she receives from Kannadigas, who regard her as a cherished Kannada actress. She expressed pride in the evolution of Kannada cinema, particularly noting advancements in technology that have revolutionized filmmaking processes. Reflecting on the growth from the past to the present, Anu highlighted the convenience and possibilities afforded by technological developments, underscoring how productions today are far more sophisticated than those from 25 years ago.In this digital age, one thing I miss is the sense of camaraderie on sets from the past. Nowadays, I notice that people on set tend to be more distant. In the past, the set felt like a large family - I remember enjoying lunch breaks under a tree at the shoot location together. There were no trailers, and even Shivarajkumar himself would be there serving food to everyone. There used to be a clear distinction between commercial and art house cinema. Some films were solely made with the intention of winning awards. Nowadays, we see more realistic films that also perform well commercially, which is a positive change as efforts are put into all types of films. The love and appreciation I have received for my roles, both in the past and present, is truly heartwarming. It is a blessing to know that people remember me for my work.

Anu Prabhakar wants to see more strong roles written for women. When we look at the performances of yesteryear stars like Bharathi, Aarthi, Leelavati, or Manjula, we can see the depth and complexity of roles they had the opportunity to portray. Even later actresses like Malashree, Sudharani, and Shruti carried forward this legacy by playing pivotal roles in their films. Over time, women's roles seem to have been reduced to just glamour, and Anu hopes for a change where women are offered more empowered characters. She has been lucky enough to have filmmakers write such roles for her, leading to more diverse opportunities. Anu consciously avoids taking on roles that are not suitable for her age, as she believes it can limit future opportunities.

For Anu Prabhakar, her husband Raghu has been her biggest supporter. The only break she took from work was when their daughter Nandana was born. When the next acting opportunity arose, Raghu encouraged her to get back to work, knowing how passionate she is about her career.The art form is a mutual passion we share. He is not only my friend, but also my partner. We coordinate our schedules as parents to make sure one of us is always home for Nandana. Our mothers, as our support system, play a crucial role in providing us with peace of mind while raising our daughter.